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ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: Colocasia-royalhawaiianSpecies: esculenta
Cultivar
Hawaiian Punch Elephant Ear
Colocasia-royalhawaiian esculenta 'Hawaiian Punch'
Cultivar: Hawaiian Punch
Colocasia 'Hawaiian Punch' is a compact tropical perennial prized for its intense color contrast. Its shiny, dark green foliage is held on vibrant, dark red petioles, with the reddish hue extending into the leaf veins for a dramatic effect. This variety is perfect for adding vertical interest and a touch of the tropics to shaded landscape beds or as a centerpiece in large patio pots.
Hawaiian Punch is a striking tropical elephant ear featuring glossy, dark green leaves with deep red stems and prominent red leaf veins. It is a stunning choice for adding bold, exotic color to tropical garden designs or large containers.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Partial shade to dappled sunlight.
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Water
Keep consistently moist; these plants are water-loving and can tolerate boggy conditions.
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Mature size
3 to 4 feet tall and wide
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Hardiness
8-11
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Growing note
Needs consistent moisture and high humidity to thrive. Protect from strong afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorching.
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Climate note
Thrives in heat and high humidity; requires winter protection or lifting in zones colder than 8.
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Flower / fruit
Primarily grown for ornamental foliage; flowers are rare in typical landscape settings and consist of typical arum-like spathe and spadix.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Partial shade to dappled sunlight.
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Growth rate
moderate
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Remove old, yellowing, or damaged leaves at the base to maintain a tidy appearance.
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Care notes
Needs consistent moisture and high humidity to thrive. Protect from strong afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorching.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
3 to 4 feet tall and wide
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Spacing
3 feet apart
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Primarily grown for ornamental foliage; flowers are rare in typical landscape settings and consist of typical arum-like spathe and spadix.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
8-11
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Temperature
Thrives in heat and high humidity; requires winter protection or lifting in zones colder than 8.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep consistently moist; these plants are water-loving and can tolerate boggy conditions.
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Soil
Rich, moisture-retentive, organic-rich soil with good drainage.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
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Container Growing
Excellent in large containers; ensure pots have consistent water supply and use high-quality potting mix.
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Family
Araceae
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Foliage Look
Glossy green leaves, vibrant red petioles, cordate leaf shape.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are heart-shaped, glossy dark green with distinct reddish-purple stems and veining; avoid excessive yellowing or brown tips.
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Fruit Flower Look
Inconspicuous, typical arum-type bloom; not significant for ornamental display.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are not the primary feature and should not be exaggerated on young starter plants.
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Growth Habit Rules
Should appear as an upright clumper; avoid depicting as a vining or sprawling plant.
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Mature Plant Look
A bold, upright tropical clump with striking red and green color patterns.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, upright-clumping habit with broad, glossy, dark green heart-shaped leaves supported by striking dark red stems.
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Morphology Rules
Focus on the contrast between the green leaf blade and the dark red petiole (stem) structure.
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Plant Faqs
How much sun does Hawaiian Punch need? It prefers partial shade to prevent leaf burn. Is it cold hardy? It is hardy in zones 8-11 and should be protected from frost. Can I grow it in a pot? Yes, it thrives in large, well-watered containers.
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Root Look
Healthy fibrous root system filling a starter plug.
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Soil Look
Moist, dark, rich potting substrate.
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Starter Stage
Small, tender plug with developing leaves that may show early signs of red coloration in the stems.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young, heart-shaped leaves with emerging red petioles; healthy white to tan roots.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Hawaiian Punch Elephant Ear. This is Hawaiian Punch Elephant Ear, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant tropical foliage become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the lush patio or garden space you want to create. Its defining characteristic is the brilliant contrast between the deep, glossy green leaves and the striking, dark red stems that bring instant drama to the landscape. Establish your starter plant by moving it from the tray into a four-inch pot with quality potting mix, then move it later to its final container or garden location once established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Colocasia Hawaiian Punch Elephant Ear Tropical Plants Garden Agardeni Perennial Container Gardening Foliage Plants
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Youtube Video Summary
Hawaiian Punch is a striking Colocasia with vibrant red stems and dark green leaves, perfect for tropical garden designs. This guide highlights its growth habits and how to establish these starter plants for a lush display.
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Youtube Video Title
Grow Hawaiian Punch Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta)
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